PP asserts Ana Millán's degree is merely a typographical error in a brochure
In a recent development, Ana Millán, a close collaborator of Isabel Díaz Ayuso and vice president of the Madrid Assembly, is embroiled in a controversy over her resume. The controversy centres around claims that Millán's educational background may not match her electoral propaganda.
Millán, who ran for the municipal elections in 2003 on the PP list for the mayor of Arroyomolinos, has acknowledged not holding a bachelor's degree in Political Science, despite stating on her electoral propaganda that she has a degree in this subject. However, her official resume states that she has a "diploma in Public Management and Administration" from the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM).
The controversy has sparked a wider debate in Spanish politics this summer, with multiple politicians from various parties, including members of the PP such as Noelia Núñez and Pedro Rollán, and others like PSOE's José María Ángel and former Vox member Ignacio Higuero, being exposed for exaggerating or fabricating academic credentials in their official biographies.
Miguel Ángel García Martín, the Minister of Presidency, Justice and Local Administration, has made Millán's resume publicly accessible and has pointed out that there are socialists in various autonomies and members of the central government with training that "they didn't have and have claimed it on institutional websites." García Martín suggests that the PSOE and the central government may need to provide explanations regarding the controversy.
Juan Bravo, the Vice-Secretary of Finance, Housing and Infrastructure, attributes the controversy to an "error in a promotional brochure." However, the situation has raised concerns about transparency and accountability in Spanish politics, as it reflects systemic weaknesses in verifying politicians’ education backgrounds.
In comparison to Noelia Núñez, who was forced to resign after her involvement in a similar controversy, Millán has faced less pressure to step down. This discrepancy has fueled public criticism over perceived double standards within the PP regarding resume irregularities.
Pilar Bernabé, the delegate of the Government in the Valencian Community, is another political figure who has been accused of questionable authenticity in her diplomas or degrees, and remains in office.
The controversy surrounding Ana Millán's resume is accessible to any Madrid resident or Spanish citizen. The resolution of this issue and the responses of the political parties involved will be closely watched as the debate over transparency and accountability in Spanish politics continues.
- The controversy surrounding Ana Millán's resume, which involves claims of misrepresented educational background, has raised questions about transparency and accountability in Spanish policy-and-legislation and politics, particularly within the PP.
- As the resolution of the Millán case unfolds, there is heightened anticipation for the reactions of the political parties involved, as it could shape perceptions of justice and fairness in Spanish general-news.
